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Electrician (Services)

Sappi

Sappi

KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Posted on Thursday, February 8, 2024

Sappi Southern Africa

Saiccor Mill, Umkomaas

Electrician (Services) (P11)

We are hiring!

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Electrician (Services) to provide electrical services by fault-finding, identifying repair and replacement needs, installing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading electrical systems and equipment; and ensuring that tools and materials are available and maintained to ensure long-term plant availability and reliability.

As an Electrician, you will be responsible for:

  • Install, test, connect, commission, maintain, and modify electrical equipment, wiring, and control systems as required (PLC, drives, and control equipment)
  • Perform electrical maintenance or remedial work according to SAP notifications, work orders, and planned schedules, including during shuts
  • Complete fault finding on electrical systems during breakdown and effect the required repairs to keep downtime to a minimum
  • Perform tests on AC and DC motors to determine the condition of the motor windings, insulation, and core lamination
  • Performs any other assigned tasks that fall within the scope of an Electrician
  • Understand and comply with the safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) requirements of the section
  • Participate in the investigation of SHEQ incidents on request and help to identify root causes for non-conformance. Correct any deviations that relate to electrical maintenance
  • Maintain a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times

What are we looking for?

  • Grade 12 and N2 Engineering while N3 Engineering would be preferred
  • Recognised Trade Test Certificate as an Electrician
  • 2 years post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment will be advantageous
  • SAP experience would be considered advantageous

What’s in it for you?

  • Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
  • Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
  • Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
  • Market-leading leave benefits
  • Employee wellbeing benefits

Closing Date: 20 February 2024

How to Apply? Please click on one of the buttons below. If you encounter any issues while applying contact your HR contact.

Feel free to visit our website for further information www.sappi.com

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.